Diogenis Baboukardos is an Associate Professor of Accounting at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), specializing in sustainability and climate change reporting. He is affiliated with the Department of Accounting and Finance and serves as a Research Affiliate at the Adam Smith Observatory of Corporate Reporting Practices (University of Glasgow) and a Visiting Research Fellow at the Essex Business School (University of Essex). Research Funding: UK Financial Reporting Council, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland. Academic Roles: Secretary of BAFA’s Financial Accounting & Reporting Special Interest Group, editorial board member of multiple journals. His research spans sustainability accounting, integrated reporting, audit practices, and corporate governance, with a focus on regulatory impacts and market consequences. Publications appear in journals like Journal of Accounting & Public Policy and Business Strategy and the Environment , while his work addresses carbon reporting, biodiversity disclosures, and pandemic-era accountability. Scientific awards include Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy . He organizes conferences (e.g., Financial Reporting and Business Communication 2025) and contributes to industry reports for ACCA and FRC.
Jungbae Kim is a Full-time Assistant Professor of Accounting and Lee Kong Chian Fellow at the School of Accountancy, Singapore Management University. His research spans accounting oversight, political economy, environmental reporting, and household finance, with a focus on regulatory impacts and sustainability. PhD in Accounting, New York University (2020) MPHIL in Accounting, New York University (2019) MS in Accounting, Seoul National University (2015) BA in Business Administration/Economics, Seoul National University (2013) Kim's work explores how public audit oversight (e.g., PCAOB inspections) influences corporate innovation and risk management, while also analyzing political economy dynamics in government connections and corporate disclosures. His environmental reporting research examines sustainability practices, particularly in supply chains. Recent publications highlight trends in corporate governance, audit quality, and behavioral economics. Awards include the Most Promising Researcher (2022) and Samsung PhD Fellowship (2015–2020). Kim actively contributes to academic service as a reviewer for major accounting conferences.
Gaétan de Rassenfosse is an Associate Professor at EPFL's School of Management of Technology (CDM), specializing in Science, Technology, and Innovation Policies. He joined EPFL in 2014 and holds a PhD in Economics from the Solvay Business School (Université Libre de Bruxelles). His research focuses on crafting evidence-based policies for knowledge economies, particularly in intellectual property, intangible capital measurement, and 'science of science.' He has published in top journals like Journal of Industrial Economics and Research Policy , secured over CHF 2.5M in research grants, and advised governments and international organizations such as the European Commission and Swiss Federal Office for Education and Research (SERI). He teaches courses on innovation economics and intellectual property management. Professional roles include membership in the CDM Management Board, the Conference of Section Directors (CDS), and doctoral program committees. His advising includes guiding 5 PhD students focusing on policy impacts in clean technology, innovation incentives, and science organization. Key research themes span patent systems, innovation policy efficacy, and cross-border knowledge flows. He actively engages with media and policymakers to translate academic insights into actionable public strategies.
Muskan Chawla is an Assistant Professor in the Accounting and Information Systems Division at the Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia. She holds a PhD in Accounting from UCLA Anderson School of Management, an MSc in Finance (Distinction) from LSE, and a BCom (Honors) from Shri Ram College of Commerce. Her research focuses on how corporate disclosures influence innovation, supply chains, and intangible assets. Key themes include intellectual property management, information asymmetry in supply chains, and climate risk mitigation through transparency. Her education includes: BCom (Delhi University) MSc Financial Economics (GIPE) MSc Finance (LSE) PhD (UCLA) Research interests span disclosure strategies, innovation measurement in pharmaceuticals, and the role of information opacity in climate risks. Recent work examines employee satisfaction in knowledge-intensive firms and how patent expirations affect corporate disclosures. She teaches courses like Introduction to Financial Accounting at UBC Sauder. Her articles analyze real-world impacts of disclosure dissemination on innovation efficiency and the interplay between organizational capital and brand capital. Empirical findings emphasize the importance of public information environments in mitigating supply chain disruptions caused by climate events. No scientific awards are listed, though her work has been featured in prominent journals. Teaching and advising roles include guiding MBA/Executive MBA students at UCLA and UBC. Current affiliations include the Sauder School of Business, with no mention of labs or teams beyond her academic division.
Prof. Dr. Pamela Wicker is a Full Professor of Sport Management and Sport Sociology at the Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science, University of Bielefeld . Her research spans sport economics, nonprofit organizational capacity, gender dynamics, environmental sustainability, and health outcomes in sport. She has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications and held editorial roles at journals like European Sport Management Quarterly and Journal of Sports Economics . Education: Dr. phil. (PhD) and Privatdozentin (Habilitation) in Sport Science, German Sport University Cologne. Key Research Areas: Sport governance, gender equity, climate impact of sport, volunteerism, organizational resilience, and health economics. Scientific Recognition: 2024 NASSM Distinguished Research Award 2024 Outstanding Reviewer Award, Sport, Business and Management 2018 NASSM Research Fellow 2017 SMAANZ Best Paper Award Her recent work analyzes environmental behavior in sport clubs, gender diversity in governance, and the socioeconomic impacts of sport participation. She leads empirical studies on volunteer dynamics and sustainability practices, with methodological expertise in multi-level modeling and contingent valuation approaches.
Olenka Kacperczyk is a Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at London Business School. She earned her PhD from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan and previously held a faculty position at MIT's Sloan School of Management. PhD - Ross School of Business, University of Michigan BA - Mount Holyoke College Her research focuses on entrepreneurship, particularly examining inequality in startup ecosystems, labor market dynamics, and institutional impacts on innovation. Key themes include gender disparities in entrepreneurial funding, the role of institutional protections for minority employees, and the paradoxical effects of corporate social responsibility on firm value. Recent publications highlight her work on gender homophily in venture hiring, wage dispersion mechanisms, and the racial entrepreneurship gap. Her articles span journals like Strategic Management Journal , Organization Science , and Administrative Science Quarterly . Kauffman Junior Faculty Scholarship for Entrepreneurship Research William F. Glueck Award at the Academy of Management Olenka serves as Associate Editor for Management Science , Organization Science , and Administrative Science Quarterly . She has also held editorial roles at Strategic Management Journal and Management Science . Her teaching portfolio includes entrepreneurship strategy and strategic management courses.
Laurie Ciaramella is an Assistant Professor in Economics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris (Télécom Paris) and an Affiliated Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition. She also serves as an adjunct Associate Professor at the Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) and holds the ANR JCJC TaxIP grant as principal investigator. Her educational background includes a BSc in Economics from Université Paris Dauphine, an MSc in Economics of Markets and Organizations from Toulouse School of Economics, and a PhD in Economics from MINES ParisTech. Her doctoral thesis, 'Trade and Relocation of Intellectual Property: Essays on the Markets for Patents,' was supervised by Yann Ménière and Catalina Martinez and earned recognition as a Best Dissertation Award Finalist at the Academy of Management. Ciaramella's research centers on the economics of innovation, with specific expertise in intellectual property systems, tax policy implications for innovation, markets for technology, and innovation financing. She employs advanced econometric methods to investigate how firms manage intellectual property assets, how taxation affects patent relocation decisions, and how geographical constraints impact technology markets. Her work demonstrates how patent boxes influence corporate tax strategies and how intellectual property can serve as loan collateral, particularly benefiting small and financially constrained firms. Her publications reveal consistent focus on European patent systems, international knowledge flows, and the intersection of tax policy with innovation strategies. Key trends show increasing empirical sophistication in analyzing firm-level patent data, with growing attention to policy implications for international tax coordination and innovation financing mechanisms. Best Dissertation Award Finalist, Technology and Innovation Management Division, Academy of Management (2018) Best PhD Paper (Bent Dalum) Award, DRUID 17 Academy (2017) Presentation at Rising Star Session, EARIE (2017) As principal investigator of the ANR JCJC TaxIP grant, Ciaramella leads significant research on taxation and intellectual property. Her research visits to Northwestern University's Searle Center and EPFL's College of Management demonstrate international scholarly engagement. Her work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy considerations, particularly regarding how tax regimes affect corporate innovation strategies and intellectual property management. Current projects include 'Intellectual Property as Loan Collateral,' investigating how firms use IP assets to secure financing. Ciaramella maintains active research collaborations with institutions including Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, CREST research center, and various European patent offices. Her methodological approach combines microeconomic analysis with legal and tax system insights to examine real-world innovation dynamics.
Chad Syverson is the George C. Tiao Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. His research focuses on the interactions between firm structure, market structure, and productivity, with publications appearing in top economics journals. He serves as a research associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and has contributed to National Academies committees. Dr. Syverson earned bachelor's degrees in economics and mechanical engineering from the University of North Dakota in 1996, followed by a PhD in economics from the University of Maryland in 2001. Prior to joining Chicago Booth in 2008, he worked as a mechanical engineer for Loral Defense Systems and Unisys Corporation, an experience that informed his research interest in productivity measurement and analysis. His research spans industrial organization, productivity analysis, and microeconomics, with particular attention to how firms organize production, how market structure affects productivity, and measurement issues in economic analysis. His work often combines theoretical frameworks with detailed empirical analysis of firm-level data. He has co-authored the widely used intermediate microeconomics textbook with Austan Goolsbee and Steve Levitt. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on productivity measurement across sectors including healthcare, construction, and retail. His work increasingly examines the relationship between market power and productivity, with several papers analyzing markups, monopsony power, and competitive dynamics. He frequently employs detailed microdata to investigate how firms respond to market conditions and regulatory changes. National Science Foundation Awards Syverson serves as chair of the Chicago Census Research Data Center Board and has contributed to policy discussions through National Academies committees. His research has been funded by multiple National Science Foundation awards, reflecting the significance of his contributions to understanding productivity dynamics and market structure. He has also collaborated extensively with leading economists including Austan Goolsbee, Steve Levitt, and Martin Gaynor.
Dimitris Papanikolaou serves as the John L. & Helen Kellogg Professor of Finance at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and is a Research Associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). His research critically examines the nexus between technological innovation and financial markets, with recent contributions spanning intangible capital measurement, innovation's impact on labor dynamics, executive markets, and financial frictions. Education: PhD in Financial Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2007) MS in Finance and Economics, London School of Economics (2001) BA in Economics and Finance, University of Piraeus (2000) Papanikolaou's research program centers on Asset Pricing , Macroeconomics , Innovation , Economic Growth , and Intangible Capital . He pioneers methodologies for quantifying innovation through textual analysis of patents while investigating how technological advances reshape financial markets and labor outcomes. His work reveals critical insights into human capital displacement, the economic value of intangibles, and the causal mechanisms linking financial constraints to innovation efficiency, employing rigorous empirical designs including natural experiments and administrative datasets. Analysis of his recent publications shows a pronounced interdisciplinary trajectory, merging finance, labor economics, and innovation studies through cutting-edge techniques like NLP and big data analytics. Key thematic clusters include AI's labor market effects (examining task exposure and wage dynamics), creative destruction measurement (using text-based innovation displacement metrics), and intangible capital's macroeconomic role (exploring firm scope, concentration, and growth implications). These works consistently establish causal relationships through exogenous variation in innovation shocks and patent data. Scientific recognition includes: Kellogg Research Mentorship Award Best Paper Award, London Business School Finance Symposium (2018) Best Paper Award, Red Rock Finance Conference (2017) Crowell Memorial Prize (second place), Panagora Asset Management Amundi Smith Breeden Prize, American Finance Association (2014 and 2013) Roger F. Murray Prize (second place), The Q Group (2011) As Co-Editor of the Journal of Financial Economics and former editorial board member for Management Science, the Journal of Finance, and the Review of Financial Studies, Papanikolaou shapes scholarly discourse in finance. His mentorship excellence—recognized by the Kellogg Research Mentorship Award—demonstrates commitment to developing next-generation scholars, though specific grant details remain undisclosed in available materials. Collaborative research networks with leading economists like Kogan, Schmidt, and Eisfeldt drive his high-impact publications. Papanikolaou's research ecosystem involves extensive collaboration with interdisciplinary teams leveraging computational methods for innovation measurement. Current projects focus on AI-labor market interactions and intangible capital dynamics, often utilizing proprietary patent datasets and administrative worker records to generate policy-relevant insights about technological disruption and market efficiency.
Radek Paluszynski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Houston. His research focuses on International Economics, Macroeconomics, and Time Inconsistency, with notable work on sovereign debt dynamics, globalization effects, and financial crises. He holds a mailing address at 3581 Cullen Boulevard Suite 230, Houston, TX 77204. Recent research trends include analyzing global macroeconomic linkages, sovereign default risks, and the interplay between fiscal and monetary policy. His work often combines theoretical models with empirical evidence to address policy-relevant questions. Notable contributions include the 2025 paper Globalization Accounting , presented at the NBER Summer Institute. No scientific awards are explicitly listed. Advising and grants information is not detailed here. His research interests span interdisciplinary topics such as public finance mechanisms, shadow financing systems, and the effects of intangible capital on economic growth.
Tim Baldenius serves as the Paul M. Montrone Professor of Private Enterprise in the Accounting Division of Columbia Business School at Columbia University. He rejoined Columbia in 2017 after serving as Chair of NYU Stern's Accounting Department (2011-2016), and previously held faculty positions at Columbia Business School (1998-2011) where he chaired the Accounting Division (2009-2011). His teaching portfolio includes MBA courses in Financial Planning & Analysis, PhD seminars on managerial accounting, and executive education programs. His academic credentials include a Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Hamburg and a PhD in Accounting from the University of Vienna. Baldenius maintains editorial leadership as Associate Editor of Management Science and serves on the editorial boards of The Accounting Review , Review of Accounting Studies , and Review of Managerial Sciences . Professor Baldenius's research centers on managerial accounting systems, performance measurement frameworks, and corporate governance structures. His work examines how accounting information drives organizational decision-making, incentive design, and resource allocation. Key themes include transfer pricing mechanisms, cost allocation methodologies, and the interplay between managerial and tax objectives within multidivisional firms. His theoretical models often integrate contract theory with organizational economics to address real-world coordination challenges. His publication record spans top-tier journals in accounting, finance, and economics, revealing consistent focus on performance measurement systems (35%), transfer pricing (25%), corporate governance (20%), and incentive design (20%). The research demonstrates strong methodological diversity, employing game theory (40%), mathematical modeling (30%), and empirical analysis (30%) to investigate organizational decision processes. Baldenius has held significant leadership roles including Accounting Division Chair at Columbia (2009-2011) and Accounting Department Chair at NYU Stern (2011-2016). His teaching spans MBA, MS, PhD, and executive education programs with courses covering Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting for Consultants, and Analytical Models in Accounting. His case studies on Sub-Micron Devices Inc. and Beanie Kids Holiday Camp are widely used in accounting pedagogy.
Paul Zarowin is a Professor of Accounting and Chair of the Department of Accounting at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, where he has been a faculty member since 1984. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Economics from the University of Chicago and an M.B.A. in Finance from the same institution, along with a B.A. in History from the University of Pennsylvania. Research Interests: Professor Zarowin's research centers on the relationship between accounting information and stock market prices. He investigates how financial disclosures, accounting choices, and regulatory frameworks influence market efficiency and earnings quality. His work spans earnings management, R&D capitalization, financial reporting transparency, and the valuation implications of accounting practices. Publication Trends: His recent publications in leading journals such as The Accounting Review , Journal of Accounting and Economics , and Review of Accounting Studies reflect a consistent focus on empirical accounting research, particularly on how accounting decisions affect market perceptions and firm behavior. Themes include the impact of regulation on R&D reporting, earnings manipulation strategies, and the reliability of financial statements in private versus public firms. Scientific Awards: New York University Presidential Fellowship Peat Marwick National Research Fellowship Glucksman Institute Fellowship Advising and Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, Professor Zarowin has led impactful research supported by prestigious fellowships. His work often involves collaborative projects with scholars across institutions, suggesting active mentorship and research leadership. He teaches Financial Accounting and Financial Reporting and Analysis in undergraduate and MBA programs, and also teaches Accounting for Lawyers at NYU Law School. Labs and Research Teams: Although no formal lab is mentioned, Professor Zarowin is deeply embedded in the academic accounting community through collaborative research and departmental leadership. His work frequently appears in joint studies, indicating strong engagement with research teams and scholarly networks focused on financial reporting and market outcomes.
Nicholas Vonortas is a full-time Professor at George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs, serving as Associate Dean for Research Initiatives and Director of the Institute for International Science and Technology Policy. He holds a São Paulo Excellence Chair at the University of Campinas, Brazil. His research focuses on industrial organization, technological change economics, and science/technology policy, with over 13,500 citations and an h-index of 51. Education includes a Ph.D. in Economics from New York University, MA in Economic Development from Leicester University, and BA in Economics from National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He teaches courses like Economics of Technological Change and International Science Policy Analysis. Research interests emphasize innovation ecosystems, barriers to innovation, and policy design. Recent articles explore entrepreneurial ecosystems configurations, Brazil's innovation challenges, and public sector entrepreneurship. He has advised governments globally and international organizations like the World Bank. Notable publications include a 2024 book on intangible assets and co-editing Science and Public Policy journal since 2010. Consulting experience spans EU member states, Brazil, Mexico, Korea, and Japan. Visiting appointments include Tsinghua University, Korea University, and multiple European institutions.
Desiderio Juan García Almeida is a Professor at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria within the Department of Economics and Business Management . His research focuses on entrepreneurship, tourism management, knowledge transfer, and organizational behavior. He actively collaborates with the GIR Business Organization and Management research group and contributes to European sustainability and education initiatives. Research Interests : Entrepreneurship, Tourism Management, Knowledge Transfer, Hospitality Innovation, Organizational Behavior, Family Business Succession, Sustainable Development Collaborations : Extensive work with José Luis Ballesteros Rodríguez , Pedro Manuel Calero Pérez , and others in hospitality, tourism, and business education Publications : Over 73 publications, including articles in high-impact journals like International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management and Journal of Knowledge Management , focusing on knowledge dynamics, tourism entrepreneurship, and organizational growth Projects : Involved in Erasmus+ programs for circular economy education and studies on post-pandemic economic recovery in tourism His work bridges knowledge management with entrepreneurial practices , particularly in island economies and the hospitality sector. He examines how education and experience influence business succession and innovation, and how frontline employees drive change through creativity and motivation. His recent articles explore transgenerational entrepreneurship in the Canary Islands and immigrant entrepreneur knowledge in tourism, while earlier works analyze training transfer, communication quality, and Bologna process adaptations in European business education.
Prof. Dr. Lutz Kaufmann holds the Chair for B2B Negotiations & Procurement I at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany. His work focuses on international management, procurement, and behavioral supply chain dynamics, with extensive publications on strategic sourcing, balanced scorecards, and cross-cultural business negotiations. Research Interests He investigates Business Negotiations , Dishonesty in B2B Relationships , Behavioral Management , B2B Marketing , and Strategic Procurement . His research combines empirical studies with practical applications, emphasizing decision-making biases, supplier relationship management, and emerging market operations. Academic Contributions His recent publications analyze judgment biases in supply management, electronic reverse auctions, and strategic frameworks for international expansion. Over 15+ articles span journals like Journal of Supply Chain Management , Journal of Operations Management , and International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management . 2024 Best Paper Award (Journal of Supply Chain Management) 2021 AoM Distinguished Scholar Award Multiple CSCMP/IPSERA Doctoral Dissertation Awards for supervisees Teaching & Leadership He teaches qualitative research methods and negotiation skills, with consistent Best Teacher Awards (2006–2023). As Daniela und Jürgen Westphal Foundation Trustee , he mentors students and researchers globally.
